Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $109,580 | $99,864 | +10% |
| Median hourly wage | $52.68 | $48.01 | +10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $106,285.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Colorado is $109,580, or about $52.68 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Colorado is +10% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,270 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $109,580, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.